Supervisor Nursing

Lehigh Valley Health Network•Allentown, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization, consistently ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years and honored five times with the Magnet(tm) distinction for nursing excellence. Several of its hospitals received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, highlighting LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology in delivering high-quality health care. This position provides direct and indirect patient care services under a physician's plan of care, adhering to state professional standards and regulatory entities. The role involves coordinating hospital and patient care activities to ensure a safe environment for all stakeholders. The Supervisor identifies and addresses operational problems, guides and supports staff for effective patient care, facilitates resource utilization, and collaborates with patient logistics for patient placement.

Requirements

Specialized Diploma in Nursing.
4 years of experience as a registered nurse in an acute care hospital setting
Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines.
Knowledge of rules and regulations applicable to the practice of nursing.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Knowledge of patient rights and laws relative to those rights, such as HIPAA.
Strong clinical data analytic skills measuring process and outcomes in healthcare.
RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and Successful completion of cardiac arrhythmia interpretation course or passing score on the challenge exam.
Achieve a passing score on basic proficiency in medication administration exam for external hires.

Responsibilities

Manages daily activities to ensure effective operations and communications and that departments remain in compliance with all regulatory bodies.
Supervises, monitors and evaluates the quality and effectiveness of patient care, including, when appropriate, in-home evaluations of field staff.
Reviews and monitors appropriateness of nursing care plans and directs the staff to modify plans.
Coordinates and participates in on-call responsibilities and maintains confidentiality of patient and proprietary information.
Develops, implements, evaluates and participates in office specific continuing education and orientation programs.
Identifies opportunities for improvement and communicates to the managers and administration.
Participates as a member of or directs the professional advisory committee, infection prevention, and process improvement teams, including conducting chart audits.
Creates an environment of caring, welcoming and nurturing for new employees utilizing the organization's mission and values.
Utilizes appropriate and acceptable intervention behaviors and communication styles in order to be an effective liaison and resource.
Maintains a climate of open communication by listening, providing regular feedback and involving employees in the implementation process.